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Huskies Fall At Rutgers, 2-0
10/1/2010 12:00:00 AM | Women's Soccer
Oct. 1, 2010
STORRS, Conn. - The University of Connecticut women's soccer team (5-5-2, 1-2-1 BIG EAST) traveled to Piscataway, N.J. and fell to Rutgers, 2-0. Rutgers sees its overall record improve to 7-5-0 and 2-2 in BIG EAST action. The Scarlet Knights tallied a goal in each half as the Huskies were unable to beat Rutgers goalkeeper Emmy Simpkins. The Huskies were outshot, 15-5, but limited Rutgers to only five shots on frame. Junior goalkeeper Jessica Dulski (Pittsford, N.Y.) kept Connecticut in striking distance with three saves on the night.
Rutgers jumped on top early in the opening half. Karla Schacher put home a cross from Jonelle Filigno just seven minutes into the game. UConn was unable to break the Rutgers defense and was outshot, 8-1, in the opening 45 minutes of play.
The Scarlet Knights made it 2-0 at 66:06 when April Price sent a shot into the top corner for the insurance tally. The goal was assisted by Gina Demaio. UConn had three corners in the second half but was unable to get on the board.
The Huskies will conclude their three-game road trip with a 4 p.m. contest at Seton Hall on Sunday, October 3. Seton Hall comes into the game with a 6-5-0 overall record and a 2-2 mark in BIG EAST play. The Pirates lost tonight at home to Providence, 1-0. For live stats and radio, visit www.UConnhuskies.com.
